Join Axon and be a Force for Good.
At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.
Your Impact
As Sr. Director, International Government Affairs you are a dynamic and experienced leader with deep experience managing International government affairs programs. You will be responsible for helping inform and drive Axon’s International government affairs efforts across EMEA, APAC and the Americas (excluding the U.S.), with a primary focus on EMEA. Reporting to the Vice President of Global Government Affairs, you will manage external teams of government affairs consultants located throughout the world. You will help shape legislative and procurement strategies, educate stakeholders on the benefits of Axon’s products and solutions, and collaborate with Axon’s leadership, sales and communications teams. Finally, you should bring a passion for technology, public safety and Axon’s mission to Protect Life.
What You’ll Do
- Lead Axon’s short- and long-term international government affairs strategy in EMEA, APAC and Latin America
- Drive a compliance first culture in Axon’s government affairs efforts
- Hire, manage and lead internal and external government affairs consultants
- Evangelize the transformational impact of Axon technology, including cloud technology, on public safety and national security
- Translate sales and product priorities into nationally specific government affairs plans
- Support Axon’s country managers in government procurement matters
- Lead Axon’s involvement in legislative and regulatory actions and initiatives
- Assess and manage Axon’s political risk on a national market basis
- Develop and maintain contacts with industry, elected officials and industry/government associations
- Represent Axon before parliamentary and regulatory bodies
- Support and engage in public affairs campaigns in conjunction with Axon’s Communications team
- Help prepare position papers as well as project messaging points
What You Bring
- Seven plus years experience in International government affairs and public policy.
- Experience representing the technology sector.
- Must possess political savvy sufficient to affect short-term and long-term results in the political environment.
- Demonstrated experience and success working in a bipartisan fashion to achieve results.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with government decision makers and influencers.
- Strong team building and coalition experience, including working with public affairs and public relations firms.
- Exceptional written and oral communications skills.
Benefits that Benefit You
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
- And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work
Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Important Notes
The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.
Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
